pollinate
1 of 1verb/ˈpɑləneɪt/
Forms:pollinates,pollinating,pollinated,pollinated
1
to deposit pollen on a plant or flower so that it can produce new seeds or fruit
C1transitive- Bees pollinate flowers as they collect nectar, aiding in the reproduction of plants.
- Wind can also pollinate certain plants, carrying pollen grains from one flower to another.
- Farmers often rely on honeybees to pollinate their crops, ensuring a successful harvest.
- Butterflies and other insects play a crucial role in pollinating various flowering plants.
- Some plants, like corn, are pollinated by the wind, while others, like tomatoes, rely on bees.
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